"Good schmoozers", says Deborah, "effortlessly weave their way in and out of the blogosphere, leaving friendly trails and smiles, happily making new friends along the way. They don’t limit their visits to only the rich and successful, but spend some time to say hello to new blogs as well. They are the ones who engage others in meaningful conversations, refusing to let it end at a mere hello - all the while fostering a sense of closeness and friendship."

So, now it's my turn to bestow this award on 5 other schmoozers who I think you will find are just as kind and considerate:

SFGirl: Thank you! I've always tried to be a schmoozer, but you're the first one to think I was any good at it. Perhaps I misinterpret people. But generally, I feel like the old REM song, at least as I recall it: "Oh no, I've said too much. I haven't said enough." (Just as I'm always "losing my religion.") You're the one who's good at reaching out. You know what I especially appreciated? When you let me know about that wonderful story you posted, "Julia Gift." Much as I try to read the blogs I enjoy and admire, worldly demands intrude. So thanks, and I'll make sure to spend more time with The Alien Next Door. She's really fascinating.

About Nina

I'm The Alien Next Door. I'm an ecologist and a published author of several novels, articles and reviews. I teach writing at George Brown College and UofT. I also coach writers. For more on writing (articles and advice) and more information about my coaching, visit me at Nina Munteanu Writing Coach. Visit Nina Munteanu Writer for more about my own writing. My new site The Meaning of Water is devoted to our precious water and brings my interest as an ecologist and limnologist to help understand the meaning and importance of this precious and mysterious element. Inside, you'll find articles that explore what water is and its meaning to this planet and to us as a species and life form.